Description About your role The Antibody Engineering group is a unit within the newly established Orion Biologics R&D UK Center whose main responsibility is to discover and develop biologics for clinical use from early research into clinical development. Orion Pharma is establishing a new Biologics Research & Development Center in the vibrant biomedical ecosystem of Cambridge, UK. The Biologics R&D Center represents a central piece in the long-term vision of expansion into biologics modalities by Orion Pharma. The Center’s mission is to accelerate the company's biologics research and development efforts. The Biologics R&D Center will complement Orion's existing R&D efforts in Finland, where the company was founded in 1917. Currently, Orion possesses all of the functional capabilities necessary for small molecule discovery and development in Finland. Orion’s expansion into Cambridge, UK marks a pivotal step in building future innovative biologics treatments, including multi-specific antibodies, Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADC), and Chimeric Antigen Receptor T cells (CAR-T). Independently of geography, Orion Pharma is committed to upholding key Nordic values. The company has created a culture of straightforward and honest interactions, and its management emphasizes the balance of professional and home life, leading to happier and motivated employees. This motivation is key to meeting the company’s bold mission of becoming a powerhouse of biologics discovery and development. We are seeking an enthusiastic Research Associate to perform the lab assays critical to all antibody projects that support the needs of the growing pipeline of Biologics at Orion Pharma. Your key responsibilities Perform various high throughput lab assays designed to assess binding, stability, and function of variant antibodies Transfection of cell lines with variant antibodies Cell staining for assessment of protein display using flow cytometry Maintain tissue culture lab including cell lines and equipment Help maintain complementary laboratory infrastructure particularly in the molecular biology and mammalian display labs Understand and comply with Orion Pharma safety, quality and regulatory policies and relevant government regulations. This is a full-time position based in Cambridge, UK and we will support relocation to the UK. In this position, you will report to to the Senior Scientist, Antibody Engineering, Orion Pharma iMeds/R&D. What we offer This role offers an opportunity to be a key member contributing to the enhancement of the Antibody Engineering team at our new location in Cambridge, UK. This will be a unique opportunity for a lab assay specialist to contribute to core technology while we build a state-of-the-art antibody discovery and engineering powerhouse within Orion Pharma iMeds/R&D. Our highly innovative R&D pipeline and enthusiastic working environment will provide you with possibilities to use your own strengths to advance your competence and career. This exciting role also offers potential to innovate and have an impact on future therapies for patients. At Orion, your work creates true impact and well-being for our customers, patients and society at large. Our culture of friendliness, respect, mutual appreciation and diversity creates a safe working environment where you can strive for excellence. We offer a wealth of career paths and development opportunities that support the development of innovative solutions and improving the quality of life. Please visit our website to find further information about our values and Orion as an employer https://www.orion.fi/en/careers/orion-as-an-employer/. Our expectations To succeed in this role, we expect you to have: A BS or MS degree in life sciences, molecular biology, biochemistry or a related subject area with 5 and 3 years, respectively, of industrial experience is required. Proficiency with tissue culture and flow cytometry Demonstrated experience in high throughput lab assays including ELISA, cell-free and cell-based assays Demonstrated ability to track and monitor multiple samples simultaneously An ability to contribute within a team environment and create positive collaborations within the Research & Development team Demonstrated ability to meet performance targets and project initiatives Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills How to apply and additional information If this opportunity excites you, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your cover letter and CV by May 25th, 2025. We typically review applications already during the application period and may start interviewing candidates before the application deadline. Therefore, we invite you to send your application as soon as possible. LI-ORION Unit description Orion Pharma’s Innovative Medines are within its R&D organization. The organization employs top professionals in the field of drug discovery and development. There are around 400 professionals working in R&D. In addition to Cambridge, UK Biologics R&D Center, Orion R&D has offices in Espoo, Turku and Kuopio in Finland, in Nottingham, UK, and in New York, NY, USA.